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MBBS in Kazakhstan
A 6-year Continuous Integrated Medical Education (CIME) programme awarding a Master of Medicine, structured to align with NMC's compliance framework.
What You Need to Know
Continuous Integrated Medical Education, running since July 2022, awarding "Master of Medicine."
Kazakh medical universities generally follow NMC's November 2021 framework.
Practice in Kazakhstan requires clearing an exam through the National Centre of Independent Testing.
What the Embassy of India, Astana Confirms
- NMC's 2021 gazette framework is generally followed5 years of study plus a 1-year internship, in line with the FMGL Regulations' structure.
- Re-verify with your chosen university directlyThe Embassy specifically advises confirming programme details and WHO/WDOMS registration with the university itself, not relying on secondhand information.
- Local language preparation mattersStudents should be prepared to learn Kazakh/Russian for the internship year, where clinical interaction happens in the local language.
CIME programme running since July 2022
Since July 2022, Kazakhstan has run a six-year Continuous Integrated Medical Education programme awarding a "Master of Medicine" qualification.
Return-to-India pathway
After completing your degree, you must clear NExT/FMGE and complete a further supervised internship in India before full registration.
Considering MBBS in Kazakhstan?
We'll help you verify your shortlisted university's WHO/WDOMS registration and CIME structure before you apply.
